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All maritime museums to visit in Norfolk

Set sail on a journey through maritime history at 3 maritime museums in Norfolk. These museums showcase the history of seafaring, shipbuilding, and naval exploration.

Are you fascinated by the sea and maritime history? These are the top maritime museums in Norfolk

  1. Nauticus National Maritime Center1

    Nauticus National Maritime Center

     Norfolk, VA
    Nauticus, also known as the National Maritime Center, is a maritime-themed science center and museum. It is conveniently located on the downtown waterfront in Norfolk, Virginia. This location offers visitors easy access to the museum and its exhibits, as well as stunning views of the waterfront.
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  3. Uss Wisconsin Bb-642

    Uss Wisconsin Bb-64

     Norfolk, VA
    The USS Wisconsin (BB-64), affectionately known as Wisky or WisKy, is an American battleship of the Iowa class. It is the second ship of the United States Navy to be named after the American state of Wisconsin. This historical vessel offers a unique insight into naval history and the strategic importance of naval warfare.
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  4. Hampton Roads Naval Museum3

    Hampton Roads Naval Museum

     Norfolk, VA
    The Hampton Roads Naval Museum, located in downtown Norfolk, Virginia, is one of ten Navy museums operated by the Naval History & Heritage Command. This museum celebrates the long history of the U.S. Navy in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia. It is co-located with Nauticus, a maritime-themed science center and museum.
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